Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993 (Special Release 2017) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993 (Special Release 2017)
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£450

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993 (Special Release 2017) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | Teaninich |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.4% | 65% |
| Age | 23 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £450 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993 (Special Release 2017)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993 (Special Release 2017)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is better value at £344 vs £450.
For beginners: Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993 (Special Release 2017) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993 (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£450 vs £344.14)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£344.14 vs £450)
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993 (Special Release 2017) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993 (Special Release 2017)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts